Throughout the year we offer the following classes:
Puppy Foundations for Life
A class designed for puppies up to five months of age that prepares them for being out and about in the real world and incorporates Fear-Free veterinary visits. 6-week class
Household Manners
Refine your dog's basic skills. For dogs six months and up. 6-week class
Focuses on:
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sit, stay, down, come
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loose leash walking
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counter surfing, door dashing, destructive behaviors, and polite greetings for guests
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training with distractions and creating focus
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class
Puppies up to one year may enroll in this class. It helps sharpen social skills and prepares them for taking the AKC Canine Good Citizen Class. AKC recognition in their national registry and award are given upon completion. 6-week class
AKC Canine Good Citizen
The American Kennel Club has developed a program designed to show the world that your dog is polite and well-behaved in public. This class prepares you for the CGC evaluation and upon completion your dog will receive the official AKC title of Canine Good Citizen! 6-week class
AKC Canine Good Citizen Advanced & Urban
For dogs that have completed their Canine Good Citizen title. Evaluation for these titles can be arranged as a private session with testing.
(please note, your dog must complete the CGC before enrolling in these classes. It is not necessary for your dog to be fully AKC registered; mixed-breed and unregistered dogs can participate as well)
Really Great Recalls
Create a reliable recall for your dog in all situations. This class starts with games and positive reinforcement to build a recall that will bring your dog back to you each time you call them. 3-week class
Trick Dog
DMWYD is the the largest trick dog organization in the US. Their goal is to to provide a program for you and your dog that teaches tricks in a fun and relaxed style. Titles can be achieved and with over 150 tricks to choose from, any dog of any age will find something to try! 3-week and 6-week class
Loose Leash Walking
In this class we deconstruct the walk and then build it back up so your dog understands walking and you no longer have to worry about pulling and can enjoy the walk! We use games and positive reinforcement to learn loose leash skills. 3-week class
AKC Fit Dog
Learn the proper way to stretch your dog, increase their core strength and stamina, and help keep them fit and healthy! Good for dogs of all ages, skills and abilities. Dogs can even earn fitness titles! 6-week class
Daycare 101
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. Learn the basics for helping your dog settle into daycare and be comfortable away from home. Build a stronger relationship with focus and redirection and teach them a go to mat/settle cue that will transfer to daycare, traveling, or going to work with you! 3-week class
101 Things To Do With a Box
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. Games, tricks, and cooperative care behaviors all with a clicker and a box! Over 100 really fun and useful different things to choose from. You pick your favorites and we'll coach you. 3-week class
Good Dog
A refresher class for dogs that have already learned basic skills. Loose leash walking, sit, down, stay, and recalls are covered. 3-week class
Games with Scent
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. Fun with your pup by playing games that engage their sense of smell. Games with food, catnip, lavender and toys designed to really enrich your dog's life. 3-week class
Fun With Scent
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. Engage their sense of smell using essential oils and methods designed for more formal scent work. Learn how to prepare and store scent, how to set up scent problems, and basic searching techniques. 3-week class
Find My Keys (phone, remote, medication, etc...)
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. Engage their sense of smell to help you find an object you commonly misplace. A retrieve and "give" cue will be taught to achieve the behavior. 3-week class
Grooming & Cooperative Care
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. The goal is to create a training partnership in which your dog actively participates in their care with little to no physical restraint. Grooming, nails, dental and cooperative care are topics covered. 3-week class
Crate Games & Enrichment
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. The goal is to create a feeling of safety and comfort with a crate. We will cover creating a "quiet zone" for your dog and discuss enrichment activities to alleviate boredom. 3-week class
Click N Chill
This class is designed for dogs of all ages. to change environmental triggers into cues for calmer behavior. Create more focus and calmness in your pups daily routine. 3-week class
Workshops
Along with the above classes we also offer workshops throughout the year. These are one day events and require pre-registration.
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Holiday Survival Guide
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Life After Covid: Helping Your Pets With the New Normal
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How to Make and Use a Nail Scratchboard
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Dogs & Kids: Bite Prevention Workshop
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Noise Phobias and the Holidays
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How to help your pet live a Fear Free life (aimed at helping you with vet visits, storm and noise phobias, and strangers)